Mixed Deck — All Security Services Topics Flashcards

What does it mean to 'provision' an access credential?

Answer: To create and issue an access credential with appropriate permissions

Provisioning an access credential involves creating, configuring, and issuing it with the appropriate permissions for the user's role.

What is a 'lockdown' procedure?

Answer: Securing all entry points and restricting movement to protect occupants from an active threat

A lockdown secures a facility by locking all entry points and restricting movement inside to protect occupants from an active threat inside or outside the building.

What does 'probable cause' mean?

Answer: Reasonable grounds based on facts and evidence to believe a crime has been or is being committed

Probable cause requires specific, articulable facts that would lead a reasonable person to believe a crime has occurred, is occurring, or will occur.

What ethical obligation does a security guard have regarding confidentiality?

Answer: To protect sensitive information about clients, operations, and individuals encountered during duty

Security personnel have an ethical and often contractual obligation to maintain confidentiality about client operations, security procedures, and personal information encountered in their work.

What is a 'blind spot' in surveillance?

Answer: An area not covered by any camera or sensor

A blind spot is an area within a facility that is not covered by any surveillance camera or sensor, representing a vulnerability in the security system.

What is 'false imprisonment' in security?

Answer: Unlawfully restraining or confining a person against their will

False imprisonment occurs when a person is intentionally and unlawfully detained or confined against their will, exposing security personnel to civil and criminal liability.

Which of the following best describes a 'buffer zone'?

Answer: A neutral area between two secured zones that provides additional security

A buffer zone is a neutral area between secured zones that creates an additional layer of separation and security.

What is the primary purpose of CCTV in security?

Answer: To deter crime, monitor activity, and provide evidence for investigations

CCTV systems deter criminal activity through visible surveillance, allow real-time monitoring, and provide recorded evidence for investigations.

Which lighting type is most effective for deterring criminal activity at night?

Answer: Bright, consistent perimeter lighting

Bright, consistent perimeter lighting eliminates shadows that criminals could use for concealment.

What is the 'Run, Hide, Fight' protocol used for?

Answer: Responding to an active shooter situation

Run, Hide, Fight is a protocol for surviving an active shooter situation: run if possible, hide if you cannot run, and fight only as a last resort.

What is the purpose of an 'assembly point' during an emergency evacuation?

Answer: A designated safe location where evacuees gather to be accounted for

An assembly point is a predetermined safe location where everyone gathers after an evacuation so personnel can verify all occupants are accounted for.

What is the 'use of force continuum' in security?

Answer: A framework that guides escalating levels of force based on the threat level

The use of force continuum provides a framework for security personnel to match their response level to the level of threat encountered.

What does a 'use of force' policy govern in security?

Answer: The circumstances and levels of force that security personnel are authorized to use

A use of force policy defines the circumstances under which security personnel may use force and establishes the levels and types of force that are authorized.

What is 'standoff distance' in physical security?

Answer: The minimum safe distance between a potential threat and a protected asset

Standoff distance is the minimum safe separation between a potential explosive threat and a protected building or asset to minimize blast damage.

When reporting a suspicious person, what information is MOST important to include?

Answer: Physical description, location, direction of travel, and observed behavior

An accurate, objective description including appearance, location, direction of travel, and observed behavior gives responding officers the best information to act on.

What is the 'Privacy Act' as it relates to security operations?

Answer: Federal legislation protecting individuals' personal information held by government agencies

The Privacy Act of 1974 restricts how federal agencies collect, maintain, and use personal information, and awareness of privacy laws is essential for security professionals handling personal data.

What is 'reasonable force' in security?

Answer: Force that is proportionate and appropriate to the specific threat being faced

Reasonable force is force that is proportionate to the threat and necessary to protect oneself or others, and is the legal standard for security personnel.

What is the purpose of an 'emergency action plan' (EAP)?

Answer: A documented plan that guides employees on what to do during various emergency scenarios

An EAP is a written document that outlines procedures for responding to various emergencies, ensuring a coordinated and effective response.

What is the purpose of a 'code of ethics' for security professionals?

Answer: To provide standards of professional conduct that guide ethical behavior and decision-making

A code of ethics establishes the professional standards and values that guide security professionals in making ethical decisions, building trust and credibility.

What is 'biometric enrollment'?

Answer: The process of capturing and storing a person's biometric data for future authentication

Biometric enrollment is the initial process of capturing a person's unique biological characteristics and storing them in the system for future authentication.